BROOK SABIN The early-morning trek up Mount Maunganui is well worth the effort. READ MORE:* Eating Plenty of kai in the Bay* Tauranga and the Mount: Sun, sand and culture* World famous in New Zealand: Mount Maunganui, TaurangaThe attraction is obvious: it's a little like New Zealand's slice of the Gold Coast, minus all the tackiness and non-stop parties. A luxury escapeSpend a night in one of the tallest towers in Mount Maunganui, The Pacific Apartments. See: airnz.co.nzSTAYING THERE:The Pacific Apartments has self-contained luxury accommodation in Mount Maunganui. See: www.clarencetauranga.co.nzRADHA ENGLING Mount Maunganui ranks as one of the top 25 beaches in the world according to TripAdvisor.

Source: Stuff March 30, 2019 15:56 UTC